Lead Law Update (FAQ Series): Child under 6: Do I need to do a lead test if I have a tenant with a child under the age of 6 even if my ZIP code requirement is not due yet?

We are regularly receiving questions regarding the new Lead Law and have created a weekly “Frequently Asked Questions” (FAQ’s) forum for you as you desire to become more informed of the Lead Law and its complexity.

This week we are featuring a common question about: 

Question: Do I need to do a lead test if I have a tenant with a child under the age of 6 even if my ZIP code requirement is not due yet?

Answer: Yes,  Landlords are required to have a lead certification on file if there is a child under the age of 6 in the property (and even if they weren’t on the lease).  Although your property is in a ZIP code that does not due under the new law, the old law still applies

Check out https://www.leadtestingservicesphila.com/submission-dates for the dates required by ZIP code.